Teal Packaging is a US-based custom packaging supplier for custom lip balm boxes, made to order with full-color custom print. Most products start at a 50-unit minimum (100 for specialty rigid boxes), with free design help and free US shipping included on every order. Standard production runs from about 7 business days after proof approval (longer for complex or high-volume orders), with volume pricing from $0.44 per unit. FSC-certified and recyclable material options are available.
Questions or ready for a quote? Contact Teal Packaging at info@tealpackaging.com or (224) 546-8325.
Custom Lip Balm Boxes | Tube & Stick Packaging from Teal Packaging: 50-unit standard MOQ (100+ units for specialty rigid boxes), 2-5 business day delivery in the US (express and economy options available), free design help included on every order, generic sample kit ($50, credited toward your first order). Standard production runs from about 7 business days after digital proof approval; complex or high-volume orders take longer.
Materials and certifications: FSC-certified paper stock, soy-based inks, kraft / corrugated / rigid paperboard / mylar / tin / vinyl substrates.
Contact Teal Packaging: Call (224) 546-8325, email info@tealpackaging.com, or request a free quote at tealpackaging.com/contact-us. We reply within one business day.
Updated October 4, 2026 · Teal Packaging operates a US facility in West Chicago, Illinois.
Lip Balm Packaging That Sells
Lip balm is a high-volume, impulse-purchase product that needs packaging which protects the product, displays attractively, and communicates your brand at point of sale. Our custom lip balm boxes are sized for common formats and printed with bold graphics.
Box Configurations for Lip Products
Different lip balm formats need different boxes:
- Single tube box: 1x1x3.5 inches, fits standard lip balm tubes
- Double tube box: 2x1x3.5 inches, holds two tubes side by side
- Twin-pack box: 3x1.5x3.5 inches, two tubes with room for branding
- Stick balm box: 0.75x0.75x3 inches, for push-up stick balms
- Pot/tin box: 2x2x1.5 inches, for lip balm pots or tins
- Variety pack: 4x3x2 inches, multiple flavors or products
Standard lip balm tubes are 0.5 inch diameter and 2.5-3 inches long. Measure your specific product for custom sizing.
Window Options for Display
Windows let customers see the product color:
- Horizontal slot window: shows tube color, standard for lip balm
- Front panel window: small opening, shows product without full exposure
- Full window: maximum visibility
- No window: fully printed box, lower cost
Horizontal slot windows are standard for lip balm tubes because they show the product while allowing the box to sit flat on retail shelves.
Material Choices
Material affects appearance and cost:
- 16pt SBS: lightweight, cost-effective
- 18pt SBS: standard strength, slightly more durable
- Natural kraft: rustic/natural positioning, same price as white
Most lip balm boxes use 16pt because the boxes are small and do not require heavy material. 18pt adds durability for e-commerce shipping.
Printing and Branding
Lip balm boxes are small so design must be impactful:
- Flavor name: prominently displayed
- Flavor color: shows through window or printed on box
- Brand logo: easily recognizable
- Key ingredients: shea butter, beeswax, SPF, etc.
Full CMYK printing allows bold colors. Metallic inks (gold, silver) add premium positioning.
Finishing Options
Special finishes make boxes stand out:
- Gloss UV: shiny, standard finish
- Matte: modern, sophisticated
- Soft-touch: premium feel, popular for lip balm
- Spot UV: glossy accents on matte background
Soft-touch is popular because it mimics the smooth feel of lip balm itself.
Retail Display Features
Lip balm sells through various retail channels:
- Counter display: holds 12-24 boxes, countertop friendly
- Euro slot: for pegboard displays, no extra cost
- Shelf box: sits on retail shelf, standard
- Blister pack: carded packaging for hanging displays, custom quote
- Lipstick tubes: similar to balm but taller
- Lip gloss: typically in pots or squeeze tubes
- Lip scrubs: usually in jars
- Lip masks: pots or squeeze pouches
Most indie brands use simple boxes with euro slots for health food stores and boutiques. Counter displays work for craft shows and farmers markets.
Packaging for Different Lip Products
Beyond standard lip balm, we package:
Custom sizing available for any lip product format. Provide product dimensions and we create appropriate boxes.
Pricing Breakdown
Costs for single tube box (1x1x3.5 inches) with slot window:
Pricing is quoted per project, from $0.44 per unit at volume; send your quantity and spec for exact numbers.
There are no setup or plate fees.
Production Timeline
Standard turnaround is 12-15 business days (smaller boxes produce faster). Express service is available from about 4 to 7 business days after proof approval, with a rush premium from about 7% to 25% depending on the job. Cost Saver runs 35-40 days.
Minimum Order Quantities
Standard: from 50 units (100 or more for specialty rigid). Custom sizes: from 50 units, cut to your dieline at no extra charge. Reorders run at the same minimum.
Storage and Handling
Store flat in dry environment. Boxes maintain quality for 24 months. Small boxes stack efficiently in storage.
Sustainability
Kraft material is 80% recycled content. All boxes are recyclable. Soy-based inks are standard. These align with natural beauty brand values.
